Hi everyone,
Last week the European Union officially published it new Directive on Maritime Spatial Planning, requiring all Member States with marine and coastal waters to create plans to set out how their waters should be used. the RSPB was heavily involved behind the scenes, together with our partners in BirdLife Europe, in trying to secure the best outcome for the environment in what was a challenging piece of legislation.
I've written a more detailed blog about this for BirdLife's new European Seabird Resource Hub. You can find it here. While you're at it, check out the other blogs there from our other BirdLife Europe partners to hear what's going on elsewhere. It's a great resource! The website is http://europeanseabirds.wordpress.com/
Also, you can find out more up to date information and interesting marine issues by following me on Twitter! Just click here.
We continue to fight on your behalf for seabirds and marine wildlife in general, from Brussels to Bempton Cliffs. Thank you for your support.
Alec